The Homeless Assistance Program (HAP) at Westmoreland County Housing
Authority assists families and individuals who are homeless or facing
eviction. We can provide partial financial assistance in the form of back
rent, first month's rent, security deposit, or mortgage assistance. The
HAP is funded through the Department of Public Welfare. If you receive
any type of public assistance and you are homeless or facing eviction,
you should check with your DPA caseworker to see if you are eligible for
an Emergency Shelter Allowance (ESA). If you are not eligible for an ESA
benefit, you can contact Rental Services to apply for financial help with
rent. If you are a Section 8 tenant or are getting on the Section 8 program,
you are not eligible to apply for HAP funds. To find out more about Rental
Services or to get an application for assistance, call WCHA and press
2 to speak with a Case Manager from Rental Services Department.

If you would like to find out more information, please feel free to contact
us.